except
Pronunciation
Preposition
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
Not including one particular thing or person when talking about a group.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
apart from
excluding
Antonyms
Usage notes
"Except" is often followed by "for" at the start of a sentence, as in "Except for the rain, the trip was perfect."
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Everyone came to the party _____ Tom, who was sick."
Answer: except
In your own words, what does "except" mean?
Not including one particular thing or person when talking about a group.
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